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About the Colorado Fire Training Officers Association (CFTOA)

The goal of the Colorado Fire Training Officers Association (CFTOA) is to promote a safe and professional Colorado Fire Service through the use of professional standards and quality, centralized, and uniform training and education. The CFTOA will adhere to this doctrine and willingly share their knowledge to decrease the incident of firefighter injury and death.

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Become a Member

Join the Colorado Fire Training Officers Association and become part of a statewide network dedicated to advancing fire service training, education, and professional development.

We offer both Individual Memberships and Organizational Memberships. Organizational memberships include up to ten (10) members from your agency. Members receive access to training opportunities, certification resources, networking events, and Association meetings.

Organizational Members also have the opportunity to participate in discussions and vote on matters that help shape certification policies, testing procedures, proctoring requirements, and other initiatives that influence Colorado's fire service certification system. These decisions can have a lasting impact on training standards, certification processes, and the professional development of current and future firefighters throughout the state.

Become a member today and have a voice in the future of Colorado's fire service.

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Upcoming events

    • 08/13/2026
    • 09:00
    • Durango Fire Department. 103 Sheppard Dr, Durango, CO 81303
    Register
    • 08/25/2026
    • 08:00
    • 08/26/2026
    • 17:00
    • Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management
    • 25
    This 16-hour training program is designed to take the complex topic of a radiological accident
    response and break it down into 16 easily understood modules and hands-on practical exercises. Students will be presented with the training to simplify the topic while developing a comprehensive understanding of radioactive material, radiological survey instruments, decontamination techniques for handling radiologically contaminated victims, and resources available to responders during a response. An important element of the training is detailed information on the types of packages used to transport radioactive material. The course includes use of “live” radiation sources in the practical exercises to reinforce learning. Upon successful completion of the MERRTT course students will receive a certificate from the Department of Energy’s Transportation Emergency Preparedness Program, including up to 9 hours of continuing education hours (CEH) for medical response personnel. MERRTT meets the WIPP Land Withdrawal Act training requirements and is listed on the Department of Homeland Security Federal Approved Courses Listing. By attending the Train-the-Trainer module, one additional hour of instruction delivered at the end of the 16 hours of training, students can be qualified as MERRTT trainers. Prerequisites – None. This training will develop necessary responder skills for all levels and types of responders. Target Audiences – All types and levels of emergency responders assigned the responsibility to enter the hot zone, perform emergency rescue, identify package types, 

    and isolate the hot zone until advanced level support arrives.

    https://veoci.com/v/p/form/qzbyxgznmetf?c=296982 

    Contact John Cole with any questions 719-728-7630


    • 09/30/2026
    • 08:30
    • 10/02/2026
    • 17:30
    • Logan County Fair Grounds 1120 Pawnee Ave Sterling, CO 80751

    Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Train-the-Trainer Class (EVOC T3)

    Sterling, CO, Sept. 30-Oct. 2, 2026

    Hosted by Sterling Fire Department

    (Course is open active Fire, EMS, LEO, Security, and U.S. Military personnel.)

    Presented by American Integrated Training Systems, Inc.

    https://aitsstore.square.site/product/evoc-t3-course-sterling-co-sept-30-oct-2-2026/PL6XQWELVRMM6ANXNXFVJTDN?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false

    • 10/19/2026
    • 09:00
    • 10/23/2026
    • Leadership Conference, Keystone; 633 Tennis Club Rd, Dillon, CO 80435
    Register


    • 12/10/2026
    • 09:00
    • Adams County; 1675 W 69th Ave, Denver, CO 80221
    Registration is closed

    Lunch will be provided.


Colorado Fire Training Officers Association is a non-profit organization, providing education to stop firefighter injuries or death.

     



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